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Law on the Delineation of the Organization of the Government and of Independent Public Bodies - Law No.71/2015.

Country/Territory
Somalia
Document type
Legislation
Date
2016
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Agricultural & rural development, Livestock, Energy, Environment gen., Fisheries, Mineral resources, Water, General
Keyword
Governance Institution
Geographical area
Africa, Eastern Africa, Indian Ocean, Least Developed Countries, Red Sea & Gulf of Aden, Sahel
Entry into force notes
This Law enters into force upon the approval of the Parliament and the signature of the President.
Abstract

This Law consisting of 107 articles aims at (i) defying the duties, responsibilities, powers and functions of government agencies; (ii) delimiting the functions and responsibilities of the branches of the Central Government and their coordination; (iii) achieving a comprehensive capacity for overall Government performance; (iv) ensuring the smooth running of social services; (v) clearly defining, and implementing, the boundaries between administrative and political responsibilities that guide and deliver basic services to all segments of society. The Law states that the government shall protect lives, property and dignity of the people, and shall serve equally and without discrimination. Article 12 defines the system of government, divided into three branches namely the Legislature (Parliament), the Judiciary, and the Executive (the Government). The powers of the executive branch shall be vested in the President.

Full text
Somali
Website
www.somalilandlaw.com

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Procedural Regulation on Ministries and Agencies Lr.01/2018.

Legislation | Somalia | 2018

Keyword: Governance, Institution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX